A thematic analysis of smokers' and non-smokers' accounts of E-cigarettes. (January 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Wilson, Georgia Louise; Grogan, Sarah; Powell, Susan; Gee, Ivan; Porcellato, Lorna; Keenan, Joseph
• Is Part Of: Journal of health psychology. Volume 27:Number 1(2022)
• Page Start: 24
• Page End: 35
• Publication Date: 2022-01
• Subjects: E-cigarettes -- inductive thematic analysis -- non-smokers -- open-ended questionnaire -- smokers; Clinical health psychology -- Periodicals; 613.019
• DOI: 10.1177/1359105320909877
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1359-1053

Abstract

This study explored smokers' and non-smokers' accounts of E-cigarettes. A total of 51 UK-based participants, 20 men and 31 women, responded to open-ended questions online. Inductive thematic analysis identified that the factors that influence E-cigarette behaviour and opinion in adult smokers and non-smokers are related to social context, informative sources, practical aspects and health implications. Participants presented varying accounts of E-cigarettes, suggesting that individual narratives regarding E-cigarettes are multi-faceted. This is important information for health professionals and policy makers tasked with advising on E-cigarette use.